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Kennett Square, PA, United States of America

John R Hoffmann

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This inventor holds 50 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, primarily in Database Replication. Top assignees: Gravic, Inc., Intel Corporation, Rpx Corporation. Active years: 2011-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: John R Hoffmann. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/john-r-hoffmann

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 50 

% Patents Active = 90.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 13

Forward Citations = 980(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal47 out of 109 
 
Gravic, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 56,365 
 
Intel Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 115 
 
Rpx Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2011-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Database Replication
Transaction Integrity
Change Log
Constraint Violations
Synchronization
Commit Latency
Error Processing
Backup Implementation
Real-Time Processing
Distributed Transactions
Data Consistency
Precommitted Transactions
50 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12675465 - Method, computer program product, and computer-implemented apparatus for monitoring a transaction stream and maintaining a transaction pattern table (2026-07-07),
2. 12541535 - Method for using chunks of change log data for comparing a source and a target database which are actively being kept in synchronization with each other (2026-02-03),
3. 12455898 - Methods for preventing constraint violations at a target database by a database replication system where an application call, or a programmatic call by a database management system, forces a flush of a change log (2025-10-28),
4. 12287780 - Apparatus, method, and computer program product for reducing commit latency of pending transactions (2025-04-29),
5. 12216681 - Method and apparatus for continuously comparing two databases which are actively being kept synchronized (2025-02-04),
6. 12072872 - Apparatus, method, and computer program product for resolving hung transactions (2024-08-27),
7. 11934424 - Method and apparatus for resolving target database constraint violations in a database replication system where target database transactions are automatically aborted due to constraints violations (2024-03-19),
8. 11921748 - Method and apparatus for using representations of blocks of data when continuously comparing two databases which are actively being kept synchronized (2024-03-05),
9. 11880386 - Method and system for using before images of replicated changes from a source database with current target database images read from the target database when continuously comparing two databases which are actively being kept synchronized (2024-01-23),
10. 11782908 - Systems and methods to process an erroneously pre-committed transaction on a target database which has been aborted on a source database and replicated from the source database to the target database (2023-10-10),
11. 11775560 - Method and system for using before images of changes for continuously comparing two databases which are actively being kept synchronized (2023-10-03),
12. 11775509 - Systems and methods to fully process an initially incomplete replicated and committed transaction for a non-static application by using a plurality of transaction pattern tables (2023-10-03),
13. 11698917 - Method for replacing a currently operating data replication engine in a bidirectional data replication environment without application downtime and while preserving target database consistency, and by using audit trail tokens that provide a list of active transactions (2023-07-11),
14. 11681686 - Systems and methods to fully process an initially incomplete replicated and committed transaction (2023-06-20),
15. 11580134 - Method and apparatus for resolving source database precommitted transactions that are replicated to a target database of a database replication system (2023-02-14),

Title: Innovator John R Hoffmann: Revolutionizing Database Replication Systems

Introduction: John R Hoffmann, a prolific inventor based in Kennett Square, PA, has left a significant mark in the realm of database replication systems with an impressive portfolio of 44 patents. His groundbreaking work has focused on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of database operations, particularly in ensuring seamless synchronization between source and target databases.

Latest Patents:

1. Method and apparatus for resolving target database constraint violations in a database replication system: This patent details a method to prevent target database constraint violations in a replication system, ensuring that changes from the source database are seamlessly applied to the target database without triggering automatic transaction aborts due to constraints.

2. Method and apparatus for using representations of data blocks in comparing continuously synchronized databases: This patent presents an automated method for comparing source and target databases by analyzing representations of data blocks, thereby facilitating the identification and rectification of discrepancies to maintain synchronization.

Career Highlights: John R Hoffmann's journey as an inventor has been enriched by his tenure at esteemed companies such as Gravic, Inc. and Intel Corporation. His innovative contributions have not only advanced the technological landscape but have also set new standards in the domain of database management and replication.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, John R Hoffmann has collaborated with industry peers such as Bruce D Holenstein and Paul J Holenstein. Together, they have combined their expertise to drive pioneering solutions and redefine best practices in database replication systems.

Conclusion: John R Hoffmann's exceptional work in the field of database replication systems stands as a testament to his ingenuity and dedication to innovation. His patents reflect a profound understanding of complex database operations and a relentless pursuit of enhancing system efficiency. Hoffmann's legacy as an inventor continues to inspire and shape the future of database technologies, leaving an indelible impact on the innovation landscape.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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